Social Media & Communications Associate

$37,440 - $45,760/Yr

Puppet Showplace Theater - Brookline, MA

Part-time - Entry Level

Hybrid - Brookline, MA

About the position

Puppet Showplace Theater is seeking a part-time Social Media & Communications Associate to manage the social media calendar and produce related content. The role involves supporting the Marketing & Communications team in various projects, including digital design, blog posts, and marketing emails, while providing administrative support.

Responsibilities

• Manage the social media calendar and produce related content.
• Assist with digital design projects and create blog posts.
• Support the team with marketing emails and other communications.
• Provide administrative support, including updating and managing third-party event listings and organizing digital assets.

Requirements

• 1-2 years of experience creating social media or video content, or similar communications experience.
• Strong writing skills for both short- and long-form content, with a professional voice and excellent command of English grammar.
• Ability to generate creative ideas for content and connect them with current communications trends.
• Experience in planning and managing a content calendar based on messaging and sales priorities.
• Basic graphic design skills, including competency in Canva or similar programs.
• Basic video filming and editing skills for social media.

Nice-to-haves

• Excitement for the arts, puppetry, theater, or children-focused organizations.
• Ability to communicate ideas clearly and explain creative choices.
• Openness to learning new skills and software.

Benefits

• Hourly pay of $18-22/hour for 14-16 hours per week.
• Paid sick leave at a rate of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.
• Discounted and/or free access to shows, workshops, and the puppet store.